KERRY INGREDIENTS IRELAND LTD

Kerry was founded in 1972 in , as a private company (North Kerry Milk Products) with three shareholders – state-owned Dairy Disposal Company (42. 5%), a federation of eight small farmer co-operatives in Kerry (42. 5%) and Erie Casein Company Inc. from the US (15%). In 1986, a significant milestone in the formation of the public limited company involved the Group acquiring the undertaking, property and assets of and as a consideration 90 million ordinary shares in Kerry Group plc being issued to the Co-op. It floated on the Irish Stock Exchange at a price of 52p per share. Kerry Group has a long history of acquisitions. In 1982, the company acquired pork manufacturer Duffy Meats and Henry Denny & Sons. In 1988, it acquired Beatreme Food Ingredients, a division of the for $130m. In 2000, it acquired Shade Foods Inc, a US sweet ingredients provider for US$80 million, Armor Foods, a savory flavorings company for US$35 million and Solnuts, a provider of value-added soy-based nutritional ingredients. In December 2024, 82% of eligible Kerry Co-op members approved a €1. To fund the deal, 2. 9 million Kerry Plc shares will be redeemed, raising €250 million, with the balance covered by loans linked to the share price. Headquartered in , County Kerry, Ireland, the Group employs over 23,000 people in its manufacturing, sales and technical centres worldwide. Kerry supplies over 18,000 foods, food ingredients and flavour products to customers in more than 140 countries. :

*[v]: View this template *[t]: Discuss this template *[e]: Edit this template. We are committed to making the world of food and beverage better for everyone, and dedicated to our Purpose, Inspiring Food, Nourishing Life. Over the past five decades, our focus on changing lifestyles, the globalisation of food tastes and ever-evolving consumer needs has brought us to a market-leading global position. Today, we are firmly established as a world leader in the food, beverage and pharma industries, with 22,000+ staff and 150+ innovation and manufacturing centres across 30+ countries. Learn more about Kerry: www. com

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• This morning we shared our Q1 financial results for 2025, with a good overall performance given market conditions. Reported revenue increased by 6. 3% in the period, with volume growth of 3. 1%. Volume increases were led by the Beverage, Bakery and Snacks end markets, supported by strong growth in savoury taste and Tastesense™ salt and sugar reduction technologies. 4%, led by a strong performance in Southeast Asia. With our extensive local footprint and unique offering, Kerry remains well positioned to support customers as their partner in innovation and renovation. Read the full financial results statement here:
• In our April edition of 'Science for Healthier Food', you'll learn about: ➡️ How GLP-1 drugs are influencing consumer eating behaviours ➡️ The critical role nutrition plays in athletic performance ➡️ Crises and challenges currently facing the global food industry To read this month's newsletter, click the image below. * Pet parents are evolving, and so are their needs. From Golden Companions to Green Paws, we’ve identified 4 key pet parent personas with distinct priorities and purchasing behaviors. What’s inside our new infographic? • 4 pet parent segments • Top pet health trends & purchasing habits • Actionable insights for your brand Ready to learn more? View the infographic now and visit us at Petfood Forum 2025 to explore these insights in person. * When a customer faced challenges with burger buns that lacked visual appeal and structure, they knew it was time for a change. Their goal? Fresher-looking buns that hold up when stacked. Our team employed a multi-technology approach to develop a customised solution that not only met their goal but also provided additional shelf-life benefits. Swipe through the images below to see what we did, then get more details in the full case study:
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• LC40® is a first-of-its-kind probiotic strain obtained from the breast milk of healthy mothers. It has been clinically shown to reduce the load of harmful bacteria that can cause discomfort during lactation, which can lead to cessation of breastfeeding. Learn more in the video below